Reno drivers should brace for smoke and possible thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon, with delays possible along I-580 and nearby routes. Conditions could change quickly after 2 p.m., bringing reduced visibility, slick roads, and dangerous driving through evening commutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Reno, scattered showers and storms may develop Wednesday, with patchy smoke reducing air quality between 2 and 3 p.m. Winds remain calm for most of the morning before shifting from the east at 5 mph, tapering off later in the day.
Highs Wednesday will climb near 90, but skies should clear into the evening, dropping lows into the low 60s. Those with outdoor plans or school activities should monitor conditions and keep devices charged in case of sudden lightning or power interruptions…